Narrative vocab 1

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A key writing element that shows the literary work's value in the first few lines.

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hook

Front

Decisive moment of maximum intensity or major turning point in a plot

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climax

Front

Definition: prolonged struggle; strife

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conflict

Front

Figurative or descriptive language in literature

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Imagery

Front

Narrator's position in relation to the story, indicated by their outlook and attitude toward characters.

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point of view

Front

Also called storyline, the main scheme of a literary or dramatic work.

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plot

Front

Conversation between characters in a novel, drama, etc.

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dialogue

Front

Persons reached by a book, radio, or TV broadcast.

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audience

Front

Principle or rule of conduct

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maxim

Front

A person who tells a story of events or experiences.

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narrator